Exceptional horologic works of art
Hotel Noga Hilton, Geneva, Oct 11, 2003
LOT 381
Patek, Philippe & Cie., Genève, No. 97989, case No. 222865, retailed by Albert Hanson, Seattle, Washington. circa 1900. Very fine 18K gold, minute-repeating keyless watch.
CHF 17,000 - 22,000
EUR 11,000 - 14,000
Sold: CHF 19,780
C. four-body, "bassine", polished back, gold hinged cuvette. D. white enamel, Breguet numerals, outer minute track, subsidiary sunk seconds. Gold ?Louis XV? hands. M. 41 mm (18''', nickel, "fausses côtes" decoration, 31 jewels, calibrated straight line lever escapement, cut bimetallic compensation balance with Breguet balance spring, repeating on gongs through activating slide in the band.Dial, case and movement signed.Diam. 49 mm.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AA |
Very good |
Case: 3 |
Good |
Movement: 3* |
Good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 3 - 01 |